It’s Monday again, and I’m still in holiday mode. (Is anyone surprised by this?) I’m currently writing this post as I look at Pike’s Peak in Colorado Springs, and there’s snow on the ground. Add a hot cup of java, and it’s everything I need to feel ready for the holidays. I know we talked about the holidays last week, but most of you seemed to enjoy it so I’ll throw a few holiday questions in this week too.
If you’ve taken part in FMM then you know the rules. If you’re new, please take a moment to answer this week’s question on your own blog then add your link in the comments section here at: www.alltheweigh.com so we can all see your FMM questions and answers. Please invite your blog readers to add their links here too so everyone has to opportunity to be seen. The idea is to connect with other awesome bloggers so take a moment to post your own FMM post and comment on a couple of other posts. Now it’s time for this week’s topic!
The Holidays and More: Part 2
1. What state/country do you live in? New Orleans, LA in the USA
2. Where were you born? Were you raised there? I was actually born about an hour and a half away from where I live now, but I didn’t grow up here. I lived in Texas, Oklahoma, New York and a few other states in between.
3. How do you feel about stores like Wal-mart opening on Thanksgiving Day for pre-Black Friday sales? Will you participate? I think it’s horrible. As a capitalist, I believe in the free market, but as individuals, I think we should collectively refrain from Thanksgiving Day shopping so that employees can enjoy the holiday with their loved ones. That said, consumerism is alive. I just won’t be a part of it…until Friday.
4. Have you ever participated in a Turkey Trot? Will you do one this year? I’ve never been part of an official one, but I’ve walked a 5k or more on Thanksgiving every year for the last few years. I plan to do one this year too.
5. What was your favorite toy as a child? I loved my Cabbage Patch kid whose name was Jimmy Swaggart. (No, I’m not kidding…sadly. Ha.) I also loved to play Barbies with my sister. As a teen, I loved my roller skates.
6. Will you count points/calories on Thanksgiving Day? I’m always aware of how much I eat (even when it’s too much.) I won’t eat everything that I see on Thanksgiving, but I won’t count the points too closely either. (I should. I know I should…I’m just being honest about it.)
7. Will you watch football Thursday? I’m sure I’ll catch a little since it will, no doubt, be on, but I’ll probably watch Christmas movies with Mom while we decorate the tree.
8. Do you decorate inside/outside of your home for the holidays? I decorate a little inside, but I live in a historic high-rise. I’m guessing that since I can’t have direct TV, I probably can’t having lights. 😉 I’d also have to scale the building to do it so I’m thinking it’s just a bad idea all-around.
9. Do you have allergies that prevent you from eating traditional holiday meals? Nope…It might not be a bad idea for me to be allergic to pecan pie, but I’m not. I’ll just have to pace myself, as one small slice is nearly 400 calories.
10. Is it snowing where you live? No way. I am currently in Colorado as I mentioned earlier in this post. It’s snowing here, but it’s definitely not snowing in New Orleans. It’s supposed to be chilly this week though.
Now it’s your turn to answer this week’s questions. Don’t forget to come back and link up in the comments. We had some new FMM-ers last week so let’s be sure to make them feel welcome this week! Happy Monday, friends!
49 Comments
Caroline
November 25, 2013 at 12:29 amI can see Pike’s Peak, too! I’m in Monument, CO visiting my in-laws.
Kenlie
November 25, 2013 at 11:53 amWow! Small world! I had to pass through Monument to get to my sister’s house from the airport. 🙂
Tim
November 25, 2013 at 3:13 amI want a thanksgiving dinner! 🙁
Kenlie
November 25, 2013 at 11:53 amCome to my house, Timmo! Well, come to Mom’s house. She’ll feed you until you need a nap, and you can do a 5k with me too. 🙂
mary
November 25, 2013 at 3:47 amhere are mine:
http://seasaltandsparklyshoes.blogspot.com/2013/11/friend-makin-monday.html
Karen @ Sunnytropic
November 25, 2013 at 6:48 amGreat questions this week!
http://sunnytropic26.wordpress.com/2013/11/25/fmm-6/
Kenlie
November 25, 2013 at 11:54 amThanks, Karen! 🙂
Chris
November 25, 2013 at 6:53 amI love the favourite toy question 🙂
http://wisdomcouragepower.blogspot.ca/2013/11/friend-making-monday-holidays-and-more.html
Kenlie
November 25, 2013 at 12:26 pmI loved your answer. That’s what FMM is all about to me. 🙂
Carina
November 25, 2013 at 9:00 amFun topic again! I expect no one will agree with me on 3.
http://carinaruns.blogspot.com/2013/11/fmm-holidays-and-more-part-2.html
Nicole
November 25, 2013 at 9:37 amhttp://goalinreach.wordpress.com/2013/11/25/friend-making-monday-the-holidays-and-more-part-2/
Ann
November 25, 2013 at 10:31 amhttp://annstersdomain.blogspot.com/2013/11/fmm-holidays-and-more.html
Loved the questions – lots of fun!
Grace @ Grace Dishes
November 25, 2013 at 10:54 amhttp://www.gracedishes.com/2013/11/kicking-off-thanksgiving-week.html
I love that you named your cabbage patch kid! Have a wonderful week 🙂
Kenlie
November 25, 2013 at 12:31 pmI just think it’s so funny and kind of ridiculous that I named him after a televangelist. At the time, I adored that guy, but now I’d despise him..lol
Summer
November 25, 2013 at 11:04 amI love the Thanksgiving questions this week! Here are my answers. I hope everyone has a wonderful holiday!
http://summerkenny.blogspot.com/2013/11/friend-makin-monday-thanksgiving.html
Kenlie
November 25, 2013 at 12:31 pmI’m so happy to hear that, Summer!
Bella
November 25, 2013 at 11:22 amI had a great time answering these – I love the holidays!
http://bellaonthebeach.wordpress.com/2013/11/25/fmm-the-holidays-and-more-part-2/
Kenlie
November 25, 2013 at 4:47 pmI do too! I’m so glad you enjoyed them! 🙂
Diana
November 25, 2013 at 11:51 amI haven’t thought about my favorite childhood toy in years! 🙂
My blogpost here: http://withoutlicense.blogspot.com/2013/11/fmm-my-kind-of-holiday.html
Kenlie
November 25, 2013 at 4:48 pmNeither had I…It’s funny what pops into my head when I’m writing these things…lol 🙂
Lisa
November 25, 2013 at 12:17 pmHappy Thanksgiving week, all!
http://lisa48317.blogspot.com/2013/11/friend-makin-monday-holidaze-and-more.html
Kenlie
November 25, 2013 at 4:47 pmSame to you, Lisa! 🙂
Ashley
November 25, 2013 at 12:21 pmI love the holiday questions! Have a great week everyone!
http://ashley-to-awesome.blogspot.com/2013/11/fmm-holidays-and-more-part-2.html
Kenlie
November 25, 2013 at 4:47 pmI hope your week is great too! 🙂
Chelsea
November 25, 2013 at 3:08 pmHere is mine:
http://therewere2ofme.wordpress.com/2013/11/25/friend-makin-monday-5/
Have a good Thanksgiving Holiday, everyone!
Kenlie
November 25, 2013 at 4:47 pmYou too, Chelsea!!!! 🙂
Dacia
November 25, 2013 at 3:50 pmHere is my link…I did both parts in this one post. Wanted to catch up. Love this topic 🙂
http://runriderepeat.blogspot.com/2013/11/fmm-holidays-parts-one-and-two.html
Kenlie
November 25, 2013 at 4:46 pmSmart move! 🙂
Dacia
November 25, 2013 at 3:50 pmAnd….Happy Thanksgiving Kenlie!!!
Kenlie
November 25, 2013 at 4:46 pmSame to you, Dacia! I can’t wait to see you! =)
Lindsey
November 25, 2013 at 6:42 pmI love the holiday questions! Happy Thanksgiving!
Lindsey
November 25, 2013 at 6:43 pmWhoops, and here are my answers 🙂
Lindsey
November 25, 2013 at 6:43 pmhttp://mamasmovinondown.blogspot.com/2013/11/catching-fireand-fmm.html
Erin
November 25, 2013 at 7:45 pmhttp://mynebraskalife.wordpress.com/2013/11/25/fmm-the-holidays-and-more-part-2/
Friend Makin’ Mondays: The Holidays and More |
November 25, 2013 at 7:50 pm[…] moment to answer this week’s question on your own blog then add your link in the comments section here so we can all see your FMM questions and answers. Please invite your blog readers to add their […]
Sarah S
November 25, 2013 at 9:11 pmHappy Thanksgiving
http://losingweightandhavingfun.com/2013/11/friend-makin-mondays-holidays-part-2/
Tyra Jenkins
November 25, 2013 at 9:42 pmIt’s so good to be back…http://randomactsofsnark.wordpress.com/2013/11/26/friend-makin-monday-the-holidays-and-more-part-2/
Stace
November 25, 2013 at 10:00 pmhttp://grief-bacon.blogspot.com/2013/11/weekend-recap-and-friend-makin-monday.html
Yay, more Christmas questions! I like 🙂
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Glenneth
November 26, 2013 at 6:18 ama day late as usual…
http://www.letstalkandwalk.com/the-holidays-qa-part-2/
timothy
November 26, 2013 at 7:10 amhappy thanksgiving y’all! love reading these every week!
http://timothology.blogspot.com/?zx=a59879ebd8b580e4
timothy
November 26, 2013 at 7:10 amhappy thanksgiving y’all! love reading these every week!
http://timothology.blogspot.com/?zx=a59879ebd8b580e4
Running Bear
November 26, 2013 at 7:34 amHappy Thanksgiving! One of the things I’m thankful for this year is the virtual support network for weight management, fitness and self-appreciation that I’ve found through blogs like yours. Thank you for doing the weekly FMM.
http://www.spiritualcreaminess.com/2013/11/friend-makin-mondays-the-holidays-and-more-part-2/
Becca R
November 26, 2013 at 9:02 amI know, I am a day late, but better late then never. So looking forward to the holidays this year! Happy Thanksgiving!!
http://itsaboutbecca.wordpress.com/2013/11/26/friend-makin-monday-a-day-late/
Amanda
November 26, 2013 at 10:59 amThis was a good one. I forgot to comment though.
http://completelyrandomsally.wordpress.com/2013/11/25/friend-makin-mondays-the-holidays-and-more/
Jennifer
November 26, 2013 at 12:02 pmI absolutely LOVE Pike’s Peak….the donuts are amazing at top!! 😉
Here is my post…a day late…http://www.listenlearnlovemend.com/?p=1250
Ann
November 26, 2013 at 1:23 pmThese were such fun questions, I felt like playing along in the comments this week. I don’t have a blog.
1) Ohio
2) Born in Orrville (home of Smuckers jelly) at the nearest hospital, and raised in a nearby town.
3) Also think it’s horrible! People barely get enough time to be with their families as it is with work schedules & travel.
4) No, but maybe we should run a few miles in the morning…or hit the early morning spin class before we go to eat!
5) I played with a lot of dolls & had all kinds of Barbie stuff…pool, camper, Dream House with elevator & tons of clothes & shoes.
6) No, I don’t ever intentionally count anything, but I know not to eat as much of the bad stuff. Even the yoga instructor said she wasn’t going to bother with a class because it doesn’t make a dent in the 3,000 calorie meal!
7) I will definitely want to watch the Steelers beat the Ravens!
8) We put up an old aluminum tree & some stockings, candles & stuff on the mantle, but nothing outside because we don’t have any outdoor electrical outlets.
9) No food allergies
10) Yes. There’s still on the ground from Sat & the winter storm warning started an hr ago for 4-8 inches by Wed night…and me without the snow tires on yet!
Hailey
November 26, 2013 at 3:05 pmhttp://www.divinemrsdiva.com/2013/11/q-monday-holidays-and-more.html
I was excited to be able to participate once again! Happy Thanksgiving!
Tammy
November 28, 2013 at 1:34 amhttp://coloradosugar.blogspot.com/